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State Task Force Releases Landmark Report on the Effects of Generative AI in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Today, the Illinois Generative AI and Natural Language Processing Task Force released a new report that provides the first in-depth analysis by the state on the far-reaching effects of generative AI on civil rights, education, labor, consumer protections, and the environment. The report outlines critical recommendations for AI regulations and standards in Illinois.
Briel Releases Statement on Trump Administration’s Federal Aid Freeze
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, issued the following statement in response to the recently rescinded Trump Administration order temporarily freezing federal aid for hundreds of million Americans:
Williams to Lead Prescription Drug Affordability Committee, Cost of Healthcare is Priority One
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In his role as chairman of the House Committee on Prescription Drug affordability, state Rep. Jawaharial Williams, D-Chicago, will be at the forefront of efforts to lower the cost of lifesaving medication and expand access to care in Illinois.
Gill Backs Secretary of State Effort to Update Senior Driving Test Rules
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, is joining an effort led by Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias to update road test requirements and raise the age in which older adults must take a behind-the-wheel driving test from age 79 to 87.
Blue Room Press Conference Wednesday: Guzzardi, Johnson to Discuss Need to Disinvest Public Pension Funds from Fossil Fuel Holdings
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Will Guzzardi, D-Chicago, and state Sen. Adriane Johnson, D-Waukegan, will announce the Fossil Fuel Disinvestment Act at a press conference in the Blue Room on Wednesday, Jan. 29 at 9:30 a.m., highlighting the need to combat climate change and secure Illinois’ pension system.
Rashid Discusses A.I. Task Force Report, Outlines Next Steps
SPRINGFIELD, Ill — State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid, D-Bridgeview, is hosting a press conference on Wednesday, Jan. 29 in the Illinois State Capitol’s Blue Room to unveil the findings of the state’s Generative A.I. and Natural Language Processing Task Force’s report.
Delgado, Gonzalez Fight for Lasting DACA Reforms at Conference in Mexico City
CHICAGO – State Reps. Eva-Dina Delgado and Edgar Gonzalez Jr., D-Chicago, participated in the Binational Dream Conference in Mexico City last week, and brought 20 DACA recipients with them, discussing the future of DACA and paths to citizenship in the United States.
Ammons to Use Key Committee Seats to Drive Economic Opportunity, Improve Education, Cut Costs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As a member of several key House committees this legislative session, state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, will advance her policy priorities of expanding equity-driven economic opportunity, including cutting costs, spurring job growth in underserved communities, uplifting small businesses, delivering on pension promises, and increasing affordable access to quality higher education.
Rep. Rashid Introduces Ethics Bill to Ban Political Donations by Public Utilities in Illinois
Springfield, Ill — State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid, D-Bridgeview, today introduced a landmark piece of legislation aimed at curbing the political influence of ComEd and other public utilities in Illinois. HB 1621 would prohibit public utilities from making political contributions to state or municipal candidates or political action committees (PACs) organized to support those candidates.
Harper Introduces Slavery Disclosure and Redress Bill
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is calling for a new focus on the generational effects of slavery that still impact people today by introducing legislation that calls for slavery disclosure and economic redress among corporations and institutions.
Canty Named to Lead House Democratic Women Lawmakers
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, will continue her fight to defend fundamental rights, make smart and compassionate investments in critical services, and ensure women’s voices are heard in every conversation in Springfield as chair of the House Democratic Women’s Caucus.
Hoffman Pushes Pro-Labor Bills Aimed at Securing Higher Worker Wages
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, has introduced a pair of proposals that aim to strengthen prevailing wage rules and help workers secure the pay they deserve.
Briel to Focus on Strengthening Public Services, Cutting Costs in Key Committee Assignments
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, will prioritize cutting costs for families and improving critical services for rural neighborhoods as a member of several House committees tasked to oversee policy solutions for some of the most pressing issues statewide.
Jiménez to Serve as Chair of Housing Committee
CHICAGO – Recognized for her commitment to overcoming Illinois’ high housing costs, state Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, will serve as Chair of the Housing Committee, putting her in a position to better advance effective, needed solutions. Jiménez released the following statement:
Harper to Continue as Chair of House Agriculture and Conservation Committee
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Reinforcing her commitment to removing greenhouse gases, building flexibility to climate change, and increasing agricultural productivity and incomes, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, will once again serve as chair of the House Agriculture & Conservation Committee, a role that she has held since 2019.
Hernandez to Lead House Immigration and Human Rights Committee
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, will continue her fight for human rights and champion immigrant protections as Chair of the House Immigration and Human Rights Committee.
Lilly Named Assistant Majority Leader
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, will remain dedicated to investing in underserved communities, increasing access to affordable healthcare, delivering for working families, and reducing pollution in neighborhoods that have been disproportionately affected by climate change as Assistant Majority Leader during the new legislative session.
Blair-Sherlock Introduces Series of Property Tax Relief Measures
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Responding to homeowner concerns about the cost of property taxes, state Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock, D-Villa Park, has introduced legislation to raise the senior homestead exemption’s income limitation, increase the persons with disabilities exemption and strengthen transparency requirements on tax bills.